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2003 Mazda Tribute Repair Question


Topics covered: Starter, Ignition switch, Test light.
Mileage: 135,000 miles.

Asked on June 18, 2012

Why cant i start the truck from the key switch.

2003 mazda dont start from key.i can start it from the relay box.what can be the problom
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Replied on June 18, 2012

Do you mean you can't crank the starter from the ignition switch but are able to crank the starter by means of bypassing the ignition switch?

Is this an auto or manual transmisison?

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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Replied on June 18, 2012

YES.AUTOMATIC TRANS.

Tiny Response from readomark
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Replied on June 18, 2012

Faulty ignition or park and neutral position switch are possible causes.

Try shifting to N and see if you can crank.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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Replied on June 18, 2012

I PUT A NEW NEUTRAL SWITCH ON.STILL DONT START FROM KEY.IS THAT SWITCH ADJUSTABLE.

Tiny Response from readomark
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Replied on June 18, 2012

Yes. You need to confirm that it is correctly adjusted.
If dash indicator lights are working, ensure the P indicator lights up when gear shift is in position.

If lights work ok, you would need to do troubleshooting with the wiring circuit. You would need a test light or a DVOM. Have you checked the starter relay?

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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